If there was one thing I learned from our Mother's Day mini photo session event earlier this month, it's this.. Little kids and mini sessions are perfect for each other.

We had quite a few Moms with kids under the age of 6 participate in the event, no doubt needing some good photos of their little ones who don't sit still. And I won't say that it was easy. Because studio photography with little kids is always challenging. But the novelty of the surroundings and the fact that the session only lasted about 10 minutes made the whole experience actually quite pleasant. The kids got to snuggle with Mom, play around, and it was over before they knew it! Win, win for both Moms and kids! :)

I also wanted to thank Ella & Henry Children's Clothing Store in New Canaan for making the Mother's Day Mini Session event possible and for being such an amazing partner in all of this.

Here are a few highlights from our day..
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